Rules: rushing the quarterback

Question 1

All players who rush the passer must be a minimum of ___ yards from the line of scrimmage when the ball is snapped.

Answer 1

7 yards

Question 2

How many players can rush the quarterback?

Answer 2

All… but they are required to mind the 7-yard rule until the ball is snapped

Question 3

Defenders not rushing are allow to…

Answer 3

lineup on the line of scrimmage

Question 4

Defensive players should verify that…

Answer 4

they are in the correct position with the official on every play

Question 5

A legal rush is…

Answer 5

1. any rush from a point 7 yards from the LOS

2. a rush from anywhere on the field AFTER the ball has been handed off by the quarterback

Question 6

If a rusher leaves the rush line early (7 yards beyond LOS)…

Answer 6

he may return back to rush line to reset and then legally rush the quarterback.

Question 7

Rushing penalties can be called when…

Answer 7

1. rusher leaves the rush line before the snap AND crosses the LOS before a handoff or pass
2. any defensive player crosses the LOS before the ball is snapped
3. any defensive player not lined up at the rush line crosses the LOS before the ball is passed or handed off

Question 8

Players rushing the QB may only…

Answer 8

attempt to block a pass without jumping.

Question 9

Sacking…

Answer 9

QB’s flags are pulled behind the LOS